Proverbs 22:23

Proverbs 22:23 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

23for the Lord will take up their case

and will exact life for life.

23For the Lord will plead their case

And 22:23 Lit rob the soultake the life of those who rob them.

23For the Lord will plead their case

And take the life of those who rob them.

23For the Lord will plead their case

And take the life of those who rob them. [Zech 7:10; Mal 3:5]

23for the Lord will take up their case

and will plunder those who rob them.

23The Lord will stand up for them in court.

He will require the lives of people who have taken the lives of those in need.